Michael Van Meter
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Episode 82 - Lt. Molly Harris of Ohio ASSIST
Episode 82 - Lt. Molly Harris of Ohio ASSIST
Episode 82 - Lt. Molly Harris of Ohio ASSIST
Friday 5th November 2021
Lt. Molly Harris explains how Ohio ASSIST aids first responders with counseling, peer support, and education in this episode of 'Recovery Is Possible'.
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Get the buttons here!Ohio ASSIST: Lifelines for First Responders with Lt. Molly Harris
So I think it's just even explaining that trauma.
Ever wondered how first responders cope after facing critical incidents? In this episode of 'Recovery Is Possible', Michael Van Meter sits down with Lieutenant Molly Harris from the Ohio Highway Patrol to shed light on Ohio ASSIST and its pivotal Post-Critical Incident Seminars (PCIS). This three-day program offers counseling, peer support, and education tailored specifically for Ohio's safety services personnel, their families, retirees, and coworkers. Lt.
Harris shares how these seminars are not just about immediate recovery but also about building lasting support networks that can help throughout a responder's career and beyond. Dive into the nuts and bolts of Ohio ASSIST as Lt. Harris discusses the program's growth, the clinicians involved, and the various treatment methods employed. She also offers practical advice on how first responders can seek help and leverage this invaluable resource.
Whether you're a first responder, know someone who is, or are simply interested in the mental health challenges faced by those on the front lines, this episode provides a compassionate and informative look at the tools available to help them heal.